Pittsburgh Production Assistant Training

Reel Works, the Pittsburgh Film Office, and the Pittsburgh Public Theater are launching the Pittsburgh Production Assistant Training. This training, a MediaMKRS program is a result of Create PA: a partnership between the Pittsburgh Film Office and Pittsburgh Public Theater to reinforce the growing local entertainment industry by supporting rising professionals and emerging youth in achieving their career goals by providing job training. Production Assistant Trainees will learn from instruction, hands-on set experience, and conversations with guest speakers.

What does it cost?

  • There is no fee for this program. Each trainee is paid a stipend.

Who should apply?

  • 18-30 years old

  • Current Pennslyvania, with a high school diploma or equivalent, and legally eligible to work in the US.

  • Applicants should be able to provide proof of residence within the Pittsburgh Metro Area

  • Strong computer skills and experience with Microsoft Suite, Google Suite, etc.

  • Drivers License /Permit

  • Past production experience (preferred but not required)

  • Access to a computer and reliable internet preferred

  • Must be able to carry 50 lbs, comfortable standing for long periods of time, long hour days (12-16 hours), able to work outside in all weather, able to travel 50 mile radius

 

We acknowledge that the media and entertainment industry can do better when it comes to access for media professionals from marginalized communities, including people of color, women, and LGBTQIA+ people. Therefore, we strongly urge those with the following identities to apply: BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), LGBTQIA+, women and non-binary people, people living with disabilities, and others with lived experience being part of marginalized communities to apply for this training.

How to Apply?

  • Step 1: Attend a mandatory virtual information session, please email info@mediamkrs.org with the subject “Pittsburgh PA Training Info Session”

  • Step 2: Submit a resume with a completed application

  • Step 3: Attend an interview

  • References will be requested prior to acceptance

INFO SESSION

The mandatory info session has passed and applications are closed, please email info@mediamkrs.org for more info.